community Homemade Topical Finasteride Formula?
User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.
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480-510 / 978 resultscommunity Scientific Review: Caffeine shampoo does NOT stop hair loss. False claims and "fake" research. 19 References included.
Alpecin Caffeine shampoo is ineffective for stopping hair loss, with unreliable supporting research. Finasteride is effective in reducing hair loss by lowering DHT levels.
community How likely is it that my hair loss is due to vitamin D deficiency and stress?
A 19-year-old male suspects his hair loss is due to vitamin D deficiency and stress rather than genetics. Recommendations include taking finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin D, exercising, reducing stress, and consulting a doctor if needed.
community (UPDATE) 9 month progress on Minoxidil 5%(switched to 10% last 3months) and Finasteride 1mg per day, everyday.
User shared 9-month progress using Minoxidil 5% (switched to 10% last 3 months) and Finasteride 1mg daily for hair growth. Experienced improvement in hair volume, but crown still not fully filled; considering transplant if no further progress.
community 2 dermatologists I went to didn't want to prescribe me finasteride
User 36 years old, receding hairline, tried minoxidil, Nizoral, dermarolling, alfatradiol, revivogen, and spiro cream with limited success. Two dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride. Others shared experiences and suggested finding a different dermatologist.
community For hair loss - zinc is your friend
Zinc supplements can make existing hair thicker and fuller but do not cure or slow hair loss. Long-term zinc use requires copper supplementation to avoid deficiencies.
community Just got my diagnosis, not allowed to have fin, not sure what to do
A 29-year-old male diagnosed with male pattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.
community Update: 33 y/o male, topical fin/min + dermaroll biweekly 5/18/21 vs 1/15/22
33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hair density and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.
community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller
A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.
community Stemoxydine on its own - anyone tried?
User experienced bad reaction to minoxidil and asks if anyone tried stemoxydine alone for hair loss. They consider trying stemoxydine with low dose topical finasteride after testing stemoxydine on a small area.
community Fin 1 year, not looking better
The user has been taking finasteride for a year without improvement and added minoxidil and dermarolling recently, but hair loss continues. Blood tests showed normal testosterone and vitamins, except for low vitamin D3 and an allergy, which doctors suggested could be causing the hair loss.
community Testimony after almot 4 years of fight (and many tests)
User tried various hair loss treatments with limited success. RU58841 was effective but caused side effects, now trying Eucapil and continuing Finasteride.
community Pyrilutamide Phase 3 on its way
Pyrilutamide Phase 3 approved, starting early 2022 with 416 subjects for 24 weeks. Drug potentially better than RU and Breezula, with some users reporting no side effects.
community 8 month update. Topical fin/min, topical dut, mk677, RU, micro needling
User shared 8-month hair loss treatment progress using topical fin/min, topical dut, mk677, RU, and microneedling. They experienced watery semen as a side effect but saw significant improvement in hair growth.
community I’m so happy (5% topical min daily + 1mg fin daily – no sides)
User happy with 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, no side effects. Noticed improvement after 3 months, including hairline and crown.
community Anybody on here from Germany who can talk to us about alfatradiol (Avicis, Avixis, Ell-Cranell Alpha and Pantostin)? Availability, public perception, etc?
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. A user asks about alfatradiol's availability, public perception, and usage in Germany.
community Starting treatment , CB-03-01 , 7.5%
User asks about CB-03-01 for hair loss treatment and mentions using topical Dutasteride, TRT, and considering mixing CB-03-01 with Fluridil. CB-03-01 is sold at a high price, and user considers trying a lower concentration.
community Just ordered alfatradiol - what can I expect from this?
Hair loss treatments discussed include alfatradiol, big 3, finasteride, RU58841, and stemoxydine. Alfatradiol is less effective but has fewer side effects, and mixing with stemoxydine may improve results.
community 1.5 months Fin, 1 month min, with microneedling 😌 I’m still not where I wanna be fully but I’m getting there. Thank you all in this group for education and motivation! Don’t shave it just keep grinding 💯
User experienced hair growth after 1.5 months using Fin, 1 month using Min, and microneedling. They use liquid Rogaine twice daily, microneedle with a .4 mm dermaroller, and take oral Fin once a day.
community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients
Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.
community Has anyone had success Dermarolling without Min?
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dermarolling for hair loss without using Minoxidil. Some people consider using peppermint oil as an alternative.
community RU-58841 Experience (15mg daily dissolved in stemoxydine)
User experienced reduced hair loss with 15mg RU in Serioxyl but had concerning chest pain. Others suggested consulting a doctor or lowering the dose.
community DUT 3 times a week is the holy grail sweet spot, better than FIN every day.
User "logart89" claims DUT 3 times a week is better than daily FIN for hair loss. Their routine includes DUT, topical DUT, stemoxydine and alfatradiol mix, 5% minoxidil with tretinoin, and weekly derma stamping.
community Progress since may 27, 2021. HairCAFE routine, DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, topical stemoxydine and alfatradiol 50/50 mix with tretinoin in the morning.
User started DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, and topical stemoxydine/alfatradiol mix with tretinoin in the morning for hair loss. They experienced significant progress and no side effects, crediting a YouTuber for encouragement.
community Topical spironolactone from MinoxidilMax
Hair loss discussion includes topical spironolactone treatment, used 1-2 times daily for 2 weeks with no changes yet. Minoxidil and Propecia caused nasty side effects for the user.
community My topical dutasteride experience
User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had side effects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused side effects.
community 4 month hairline update (30M) - minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, dermaroll
User shares 4-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and dermarolling. Others discuss treatment details and express admiration for the results.
community Finasteride and manjuice: is yours watery?
A user has been taking finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing watery semen as the only side effect. They are considering taking zinc supplements to improve this condition.
community Bloodwork post finasteride gyno sides
The user stopped using finasteride after two weeks due to gynecomastia symptoms and shared blood work results questioning if they indicate a cause for the side effects. The user is considering restarting finasteride and seeking advice on their blood work levels in relation to gynecomastia.
community Has anyone ever used grape seed extract? Any negative effects on hair ?
The conversation is about the effects of grape seed extract on hair, with mixed experiences reported. One user advises against using it.